Delicious Aloo Dum Recipe – A Flavorful Indian Delight

Aloo Dum, also known as Dum Aloo, is a popular Indian dish made with baby potatoes cooked in a rich and spicy gravy. This dish is a favorite in many Indian households and is often paired with puris, chapatis, or rice. Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make this delicious dish at home.

Ingredients:

• 500g baby potatoes
• 2 large onions (finely chopped)
• 2 tomatoes (pureed)
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• ½ cup yogurt (curd)
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp fennel powder (optional)
• 1 tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)
• Salt to taste
• 1 cup water
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

1. Wash and boil the baby potatoes until they are soft but firm.
2. Peel the potatoes and prick them with a fork to absorb the flavors better.
3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and shallow-fry the potatoes until they turn golden brown. Set them aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Gravy

4. In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil and cumin seeds. Let them crackle.
5. Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
6. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
7. Pour in the tomato puree and cook until the oil starts to separate.
8. Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, fennel powder, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3: Cook the Aloo Dum

9. Lower the heat and add yogurt, stirring continuously to prevent curdling.
10. Add the fried baby potatoes and mix well with the gravy.
11. Pour water and let the dish simmer for 10-15 minutes on low flame.
12. Add garam masala and kasuri methi. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 4: Garnish & Serve

13. Turn off the heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
14. Serve hot with puris, chapati, or steamed rice.

Tips for a Perfect Aloo Dum:

• Use baby potatoes for authentic taste, but regular potatoes cut into chunks also work.
• Frying the potatoes enhances their texture and flavor.
• Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
• You can add cream or cashew paste for a richer version.

Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic Aloo Dum with your favorite Indian bread or rice!